Summary: "Pets can be a wonderful source of joy, companionship, and fulfillment. And pet owners often enjoy secondary health benefits such as reduced risk of cardiac disease, increased amounts of exercise, and lowered blood pressure. That probably explains why 62 percent of American households have at least one pet. But these bundles of joy can also come with bundles of challenges--unlike humans, they...

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: 2021

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.089 VET

Morgan, Judy

Summary: "Dr Judy Morgan has a passion for healing her patients with whole foods, minimizing medications and chemicals, allowing the body to heal from within. In this book she explains, in understandable language, how to utilize Traditional Chinese Medicine food therapy to keep your dog naturally healthy. Making food for your dog doesn't have to be complicated; it can cost less than buying prescription...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Thirty Six Paws Press 2017

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 MOR

Summary: Presents more than 1,000 tips for caring for cats and dogs, with advice on treating common conditions like fleas and bad breath, and solutions to behavior problems like table begging and biting.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Rodale Press 1996

Copies Available at Fife Lake

1 available in Adult, Call number: 636.7 PRE

Masterson, Jim

Summary: "A lifelong horse person, Jim Masterson developed his method for the purpose of releasing tension and improving movement in the performance horse. An interesting benefit was that it led to improved communication and trust, and a better overall relationship with the horse. Since dogs go with horses "like peanut butter and jelly," Jim says, it was only natural that he began to use his bodywork on...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Trafalgar Square Books 2023

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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 636.7089 MAS

Todd, Zazie

Summary: "A psychologist and respected dog trainer shares the secrets to a happy pooch. Did you know that seemingly noiseless electronics may be upsetting your dog? Or that letting her sniff the breeze is one of the best gifts you can give her? Wag bridges the gap between human and canine by demystifying the inner lives of dogs to share evidence-based advice for making them happy. Acclaimed blogger...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Greystone Books 2020

Copies Available at Peninsula

1 available in Adult, Call number: 636.7 TOD

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 TOD

Ratcliff, Ace

Summary: "In the Little Book of Dog Care, life-long dog lover and deathcare veterinary practice owner Ace Tilton Ratcliff delivers a must-have primer for every dog parent. What should you do when your dog is scared during a thunderstorm? How can you make clipping their nails less miserable? When do they like to eat? What can't you feed them? Endless questions, expert-certified answers. Thoughtfully...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Element 2023

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 RAT

Ridgway, Robert L.

Summary: How to Treat Your Dogs and Cats with Over-the-Counter Drugs" offers an easy-to-use guide that enables pet owners to correctly use over-the-counter (OTC) drugs to treat their ailing pets. Dr. Bob Ridgway offers complete descriptions of the common diseases that owners can encounter in their pets that can be treated effectively with OTC drugs. Included are descriptions of medical conditions and...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: iUniverse, Inc. 2011

Copies Available at Interlochen

1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Animal Pet Ridgeway

Pitcairn, Richard H.

Summary: "For more than 30 years, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats has been the go-to resource for health-conscious animal lovers. This fourth edition is updated with the latest information in natural pet health, including groundbreaking research on the benefits of vegan diets for pets, as well as nutritionally complete recipes to give your pets optimal health that you can...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Rodale 2017

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 PIT

Habib, Rodney

Summary: "A ground-breaking book to help dogs live healthier and longer lives. When Rodney Habib's dog, Sam, was diagnosed with cancer in 2013, it sent him on a mission to save her life. At the age of five, Sam was given only six months to live. Her plight inspired Rodney to travel the world, looking for innovative ways to arrest the progression of the disease. In his quest to save Sam, he met...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Harper Wave, an imprint of Harper Collins Publishers 2021

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 HAB

Fogle, Bruce.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 1999

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 FOG

Messonnier, Shawn.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Rodale 2003

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 MES

Fairgrieve, Midi.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: C.W. Daniel Company Limited 1998

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.089 FAI

Kerasote, Ted.

Summary: A guide to canine care covers such topics as the comparative health of purebred and mixed-breed dogs, the benefits and consequences of common health care practices, and how to identify best pet foods.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2013

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 KER

Simon, John

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: St. Martin's Press 1998

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7089 SIM

Fogle, Bruce.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Castle Books 1995

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 FOG

Summary: A book with facts about all different kinds of dog breeds. Also includes information on choosing the right breed, basic training, and overall health care.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Howell Book House 1996

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.71 COM

Nichol, Jeff.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Prentice Hall 2001

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 NIC

Contents: "Old" is not a disease -- How to make sure you're choosing the right diet -- Five common medical conditions of the older dog -- Protecting joints stops pain -- Fighting canine cancer -- Heart disease: not about holding the butter -- When the kidneys start giving out -- The price of aging gracefully -- Might the changes you're seeing be dementia? -- Changing the environment to suit the dog --...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2010

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 GOO

Livingood, Lee.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: IDG Books Worldwide 2000

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7534 LIV

Volhard, Wendy.

Summary: Discusses alternatives to standard veterinary care, including acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic, and traditional Eastern treatments.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Howell Book House 2000

Copies Available at Kingsley

1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 VOL

Fields-Babineau, Miriam.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: T.F.H. Publications 2000

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7089 FIE